Ian Desmond on his #EatFace grand slam: "Tasted pretty good, to be honest."
Nationals 6, Phillies 2: Ian Desmond's first career grand slam in the 11th was so great, we almost forgot just how fantastic Gio was (7 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 2 BB, 11 K, 108 pitches).
And after Jayson Werth's "eat somebody's face" comments after Tuesday night's loss...
Jayson Werth certainly hasn't lost confidence or resolve: "We gotta show up...
Nats down Phillies in extras
Ian Desmond hit a grand slam in the 11th inning and the Washington Nationals beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 Wednesday night, avoiding a three-game sweep.
Jayson Werth's RBI single with two outs in the ninth tied it off Jonathan Papelbon, who blew a save for the second time in three nights after starting the season 13 for 13.
Starters Kyle Kendrick and Gio Gonzalez both...
The Phils take the series from the Nats as they defeat Washington, 4-2.
The Phils gain a tie for second place in the NL East with Washington, as they defeat the Nats, 4-2.
The Nats took the lead in the top of the fourth as, with two men out, Jayson Werth hits a solo home run, his seventh home run of the year, giving the Nats a 1-0 lead. The Phils tied it up at one-all in their half of the fourth as, with a runner on third, and with one man out, Ryan...
Nats' Danny Espinosa activated, optioned straight to Triple-A
2013 has been an uphill battle for the ailing Danny Espinosa, and he will now have to work out his struggles at the plate with Triple-A Syracuse. According to Amanda Comak of the Washington Post, the Nationals have made the decision to leave Espinosa in the minors even though he has been activated from the DL after recovering from his broken wrist.
#Nats GM Mike Rizzo says...
The Washington Nationals can’t compete against the Atlanta Braves without Bryce Harper
Asinine Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo said Wednesday on 106.7 The Fan that Bryce Harper will resume baseball activities in “the next day or two.” Suffering shoulder and knee bruises after violently colliding with the outfield wall at Chavez Ravine on May 13, the 20-year-old Harper was finally placed on the 15-day disabled list on May 30. Shelved retroactively...
Despite Justin Bieber backpack, Ian Krol is not a Belieber
On Sunday, MASN's Julie Alexandria Tweeted the photo above of Nats rookie Ian Krol in a Justin Bieber backpack, leading to the logical question: "Is Krol a 'Belieber'?"
Turns out the backpack can be chalked up to rookie hazing by Drew Storen, as confirmed in a pregame interview Alexandria did with Krol on MASN Tuesday night (video here):
"I'm...
Nationals' Denard Span returns to lineup
Here's an interesting statistic put out by Jayson Stark yesterday; The Washington Nationals have only fielded their Opening Day starting lineup in four games this season. That's what injuries will do to a team. It's no wonder they've struggled so much. However, the team is getting healthier and got one of their key players back.
Amanda Comak of the Washington...
Fantasy Stock Watch: Anthony Rendon, Jose Altuve
Hourick The fantasy stock report is a weekly article that will provide insight on particular hitters or pitchers whose stock is either rising or falling based on recent performances. This week we will take a look at two 2nd baseman Anthony Rendon and Jose Altuve. Bullish: Anthony RendonAnthony Rendon can handle a bat. The problem with Anthony is his ability to stay healthy...
Photo: Bryce Harper is now a caricature on an Under Armour shirt
Washington Nationals star Bryce Harper has been busy getting a caricature version of himself put on an Under Armour t-shirt.
Davey Johnson: “I think Bryce Harper will be back pretty soon”
Big news in the baseball world yesterday for fans of the game (and fantasy baseball owners). Bryce Harper has been approved to walk! ZOMG it’s a miracle!
According to a quote in the Washington Post by his manager, Harper might actually be back in the lineup pretty soon.
Once Harper can sprint and take batting practice, he will have to play two or three minor league rehab games...
Abaditude
"Right after the game, there’s really nothing to think about but the bad stuff." (Ryan Zimmerman, via Washington Post, 6/18/2013)
Phillies 5, Nationals 4: Death, taxes, and Davey Johnson going with Fernando Abad in a tie game in the bottom of the ninth. Video of Dom Brown's walkoff bloop here.
Silver lining: Drew Storen and Rafael Soriano will be well...
Bryce Harper cleared to begin strength activities
Washington Nationals center fielder Bryce Harper was cleared Monday morning to begin strength activities on his injured left knee. Team medical director Dr. Wiemi Douoguih cleared Harper for activities such as walking and jogging.
As reported by Bill Ladson at MLB.com,
"Harper will be evaluated regularly as the team tries to ramp up his
activity. The swelling in his...
Phillie Phanatic's ATV runs out of gas
Clearly, the Phillie Phanatic has got to stop loaning his ATV out to people who don't fill up his gas tank.
During last night's Washington Nationals/Philadelphia Phillies game, the Phanatic's ATV stalled and the proof of the stall can be seen in the below video:
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(Courtesy of Bush League Chronicle)
Nats Can’t Complete Comeback In Phillies Walk-Off Win
A home run in the top of the ninth inning kept the Washington Nationals’ (34-35) hopes of staying above .500 alive, but a walk-off single by the Philadelphia Phillies (34-37) in the bottom half thwarted Washington’s plans for victory in their 5-4 loss.
The Nationals were down, 3-4, going into the ninth inning, and their chances of winning looked slim against Philadelphia’s...
Phillies 5, Nationals 4
Domonic Brown hit an RBI single with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 5-4 on Monday night.
The Nationals tied it at 4 when Chad Tracy hit a solo homer with two outs in the ninth off closer Jonathan Papelbon (1-0). It was the first blown save for Papelbon, who had converted his previous 13 chances.
Ben Revere...
Ian Desmond and Jayson Werth broke the Phanatic's ATV?
Apparently Ian Desmond and Jayson Werth did *something* to the Phanatic's ATV to cause it to break down on the field before Monday night's game in Philly. It had to be pushed off the field and lifted over a fence by Citizens Bank Park staff:
A Vine of the hyjinks by @recordsANDradio below:
(Screencap via MASN/TV)
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Nats sign third and fifth round picks
The Washington Nationals second round draft pick was an easy sign. Jake Johansen signed the night he was seected with the 68th pick overall in the 2013 MLB Draft. A report from Jim Callis at Baseball America syas that the Nats have inked third round draft pick that inlcudes an $850,000 bonus. Ward was committed to play baseball this fall at Oklahoma Univeristy, but instead...
Washington Nationals Activate Stephen Strasburg
The Washington Nationals have activated right-handed starter Stephen Strasburg from the 15-day disabled list after having missed nearly a month due to a strained lat.
The young right-hander has been dominant this season as he has struck out 73 hitters in 74 innings, while sporting a solid 2.54 earned run average and a very formidable 1.06 WHIP.
Barring any set backs, Strasburg should...
Bryce Harper Experiments with Helium
Washington Nationals star Bryce Harper’s girlfriend is doing work. Kayla Varner tweeted this video over the weekend of the Nats outfielder and his brother Bryan Harper playing around with some helium. Who hasn’t hit the helium at one point of their lives-TO
Playmate Bryce Harper Body Paint
Byrce Harper and Girlfriend Pose
Nationals' Denard Span aggravates foot injury
Washington Nationals center fielder Denard Span's right foot has taken a beating this season. Yesterday, the foot suffered its third injury of the year, as Span fouled a pitch off of it in the sixth inning. While he remained in the game, he was clearly in pain, and he later told reporters -- including Bill Ladson of MLB.com -- that his status going forward is to be determined...
HAVING A GAS
Bryce Harper, brother goof off with helium
So Bryce Harper is still resting, reportedly still has "a little puffiness" in his knee. Meanwhile, here he is with his brother Bryan talking on Helium talking with funny voices in the Hagerstown Suns clubhouse, in a Vine posted by his girlfriend over the weekend: (Vine by @kayvarner, H/T @AllStars_S2) Befriend Nats Enquirer on Facebook. Follow on Twitter. Related...
Sunday Reader Survey, Week 12: Selling Bryce Harper
We are back with another installment of our weekly survey write-up – thanks for the great participation this past week…let’s keep it going!! We asked you about some young gun pitchers, a few potential aces returning to action, a steroid scandal, and a hurting slugger. Throughout the week we received a whole bunch of responses, crunched the numbers, and now you get to see the...
Nationals' Stephen Strasburg impressive in return
The Washington Nationals activated Stephen Strasburg from the 15-day disabled list yesterday, and he started against the Cleveland Indians. Strasburg had been on the DL since early June with a strained lat muscle. He looked strong yesterday, though.
Although Strasburg only went five innings, he only allowed one hit and one run. Where Strasburg was not quite himself was...
Anthony Rendon shines over weekend
The Washington Nationals may have dropped a three game series to the Cleveland Indians, but it is no fault of rookie Anthony Rendon. Rendon had a smashing weekend in Cleveland, going 6 for 9 with 2 doubles, 2 runs, and a game winning home run on Saturday. Rendon's hot weekend raised his overall batting average to an impressive .367. Now you can see what 2B Danny Espinosa...
Nats Stephen Strasburg Returns in Nationals 2-0 Loss
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg returned from the 15-day DL on Sunday to face the Cleveland Indians in his first start since injuring his oblique in a May 31 start against the Atlanta Braves.Strasburg worked five innings, surrendering just one run and one hit, along with four strikeouts and four walks. Strasburg was held to just 82 pitches and was pulled after...
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